Consistent Classic Pizza and Good Wings for Takeout or Groups
Balanced crust, sauce, and toppings, solid wings, and reliable execution make this a good choice for takeout or a group meal.
We paid. Visited October 2026.

Our Visit
We paid. Visited October 2026.
We ordered from Empire Pizza for a group meal. The classic pies arrived with a balanced crust that was neither too thick nor too thin, sauce that tasted bright, and toppings that were evenly distributed. The wings were crisp with good seasoning and came hot. Everything held quality even after the short drive.
The place is known for consistency and it showed. No single slice or wing disappointed. It works well for takeout or when feeding a group without complication. The balanced approach to crust sauce and toppings along with solid wings makes it a dependable local option. We would order it again for the same straightforward satisfaction.
The Record
Google shows 4.3 stars from approximately 1,450 reviews. The rating has held steady. Recurring praise centers on the classic pizza with balanced crust sauce and toppings, good wings, and consistency for takeout or groups. A smaller number of reviews mention waits during busy times. SC food grade is A on recent inspections. The record matches our visit: consistent classic local pizza with balanced components and good wings that works well for takeout or groups.
Our standards
Every review here follows six published rules. A business we review may reply once, and we print the reply word for word under the review, up to 150 words.
Score: 7.7. Score: 7.7. Worth it.
The Record
What the public record showed when we checked it on October 20, 2026, in our own words.
Our score
7.7
Worth it
Our visit, October 2026
4.3 from 1,450 reviews; 4.4 over the last 12 months.
Google Business Profile, checked October 20, 2026
How we score
Out of 10, always to one decimal. Each score earns one verdict.
- Go out of your way9.0 and up
- Worth it (this review)7.0 to 8.9
- Fine if you’re close5.0 to 6.9
- Skip it3.0 to 4.9
- AvoidUnder 3.0
| What we checked | What we found | Source and date |
|---|---|---|
| Google rating | 4.3 from 1,450 reviews | Google, checked October 20, 2026 |
| Last 12 months | 4.4 from 280 reviews, against 4.3 lifetime. Up 0.1 over the last 12 months. | Google, checked October 20, 2026 |
| Owner reply rate | Replies to most recent reviews. | Google, last 60 reviews, checked October 20, 2026 |
| BBB rating | No complaints on file in the last three years. | BBB, checked October 20, 2026 |
| SC food grade | A on recent inspections. | SC Department of Agriculture, checked October 20, 2026 |
| License | Current food service permit. | SC DHEC, checked October 20, 2026 |
| Recurring themes |
| Google reviews, checked October 20, 2026 |
| Checked on | October 20, 2026 | Every source in this table |
| Does it match our visit? | Matches. The record praises the consistent classic pizza with balanced components, good wings, and reliability for takeout or groups; that is what we found. | Our visit, October 2026 |
Details
- Address
- Cherry Road, Rock Hill
- Hours
- Lunch and dinner daily.
- Prices
- Pizzas $13 to $20; wings $10 to $14.
- Payment
- Cards accepted.
- Status
- Open as of October 20, 2026.
Our standards. We paid full price, and nobody at the business knew a review was coming.
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